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DC Public Library and Lupita Reads Unveil La Comunidad Reads
In a landmark partnership, the DC Public Library is teaming up with advocate Lupita Reads to create La Comunidad Reads, a groundbreaking initiative set to showcase and amplify Latine voices in literature, highlighting the richness and diversity of their works.
Women's World Cup Reads with the Washington Spirit
Kick Off the Women's World Cup with the Library by checking out these great reads for all ages!
S'more Young Adult Camp Books
S'mores, a day at the beach, and a good book are all summer essentials! Check out these books on another quintessential summer experience -- camping! -- with your library card.
Wesley Lowery Discusses "American Whitelash" and its Connection to the Supreme Court Affirmative Action Rulings
Pulitzer-Prize-Winning Journalist talked about new book, the changing nation, the cost of progress and the ramifications of the Students for Fair Admissions cases
Discover Summer with the Washington Mystics
The Washington Mystics are excited to read and learn with you all summer long as you check out these great books for all ages about women's basketball!
On Birds and Birdwatching
It's summer -- an excellent time of year to get outside and see what the birds are up to in the Washington, DC area. In order to whet your appetite and make your birdwatching experience more rewarding, here's a handful of books on bird anatomy, bird life, how to birdwatch, and some field guides to help you identify the particular birds you come across during your rambles.
Books for the Summer-Time
With summer recently arrived (lazy summer days being another way of experiencing time, I think), I wanted to put together a list of books that have bent how I think about time - something to serve as a reminder to spend time being present in the moment (however we feel ourselves inhabiting it). Hope you get a chance to read one or more at some point during the upcoming hot summer days!